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Black America Web
27 minutes ago
- General
- Black America Web
Pastor Scott Free's 'Chosen Journey' Of Redemption & Purpose
In a candid and inspiring interview on Chosen Journey with Trendsetter Sense, Pastor Scott Free shared his remarkable journey from a troubled past to becoming a beacon of hope and transformation in his community. Known for his work with City Takers, a movement dedicated to urban ministry and outreach, Pastor Scott Free's story is one of redemption, faith, and purpose. Born and raised in Miami, Scott Free's early life was marked by struggles with the law and a lifestyle that led him to prison. Reflecting on his turning point, he shared, 'I remember holding my son in my hands and thinking, I'm either going to be dead or in prison if I don't change my life.' This realization prompted him to move to Atlanta, where his life took a transformative turn. A pivotal moment came during a seemingly ordinary encounter with a stranger who shared his testimony of faith. 'I was driving a U-Haul, and this guy starts talking about how Jesus walked into his prison cell. At first, I thought he was exaggerating, but then I started wondering, could Jesus speak to me like that?' Scott Free recalled. This encounter led to a profound spiritual awakening, which he described as 'a crazy encounter with the living Jesus.' Today, Pastor Scott Free leads City Takers, a movement that uses Christian rap, block parties, and community outreach to engage with underserved communities. 'We like to go where the gates of hell seem like they're prevailing,' he explained. Through events like the City Takers Experience and prison ministry, the movement has touched countless lives. 'We've seen revival break out in prisons, with people encountering Jesus and even starting churches behind bars,' he shared. Scott Free's mission extends beyond music and events. 'It's about creating a pathway to purpose,' he emphasized. 'Everybody's called, everybody's a minister of the gospel. My job is to equip and affirm them.' With upcoming events like a street basketball festival and back-to-school outreach, Pastor Scott Free continues to inspire and uplift. 'It's not about the platform or the title,' he said. 'It's about the people and the transformation in their lives.' SEE ALSO Pastor Scott Free's 'Chosen Journey' Of Redemption & Purpose was originally published on
New Indian Express
4 hours ago
- Sport
- New Indian Express
PSG stunned by Botafogo in Club World Cup upset
PASADENA: Paris Saint-Germain suffered a shock 1-0 Club World Cup defeat against Brazilian side Botafogo on Thursday in a hardfought battle between the reigning champions of Europe and South America. A first-half goal from Brazilian international Igor Jesus proved the difference as Botafogo all but sealed a place in the knockout rounds in front of a 53,699 crowd at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. French champions PSG are widely regarded as one of the favourites for FIFA's 32-team tournament after a dazzling season which culminated with a scintillating 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in the Champions League final last month. But their hopes of securing a victory which would have seen them become the first side to reach the last 16 were stymied by a resilient performance from their opponents from Rio de Janeiro. "A lot of people wondered, but we showed how strong Botafogo is," goalscorer Jesus said after the win. "It was a difficult game, and we had to defend well, and we did our job and scored a goal. "We're really happy -- we knew how important this game was. One team was the champion of the Champions League, the other team was the champion of South America," added Jesus, who had been strongly linked with a move to English Premier League side Nottingham Forest earlier this year before opting to stay with the Brazilians to play in the Club World Cup. "I think I made the right choice to stay in Botafogo," Jesus quipped.
Sinar Daily
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Sinar Daily
PSG stunned by Botafogo in Club World Cup upset
French champions PSG are widely regarded as one of the favourites for FIFA's 32-team tournament after a dazzling season which culminated with a scintillating 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in the Champions League final last month. 20 Jun 2025 02:09pm Botafogo players celebrate next to Paris Saint-Germain's Georgian forward #07 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Brazilian defender #04 Lucas Beraldo after winning the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group B football match between France's Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil's Botafogo at the Rose Bowl stadium in Los Angeles on June 19, 2025. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) PASADENA - Paris Saint-Germain suffered a shock 1-0 Club World Cup defeat against Brazilian side Botafogo on Thursday in a hardfought battle between the reigning champions of Europe and South America. A first-half goal from Brazilian international Igor Jesus proved the difference as Botafogo all but sealed a place in the knockout rounds in front of a 53,699 crowd at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. Paris Saint-Germain's Spanish coach Luis Enrique gestures during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group B football match between France's Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil's Botafogo at the Rose Bowl stadium in Los Angeles on June 19, 2025. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP) French champions PSG are widely regarded as one of the favourites for FIFA's 32-team tournament after a dazzling season which culminated with a scintillating 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in the Champions League final last month. But their hopes of securing a victory which would have seen them become the first side to reach the last 16 were stymied by a resilient performance from their opponents from Rio de Janeiro. "A lot of people wondered, but we showed how strong Botafogo is," goalscorer Jesus said after the win. "It was a difficult game, and we had to defend well, and we did our job and scored a goal. "We're really happy -- we knew how important this game was. One team was the champion of the Champions League, the other team was the champion of South America," added Jesus, who had been strongly linked with a move to English Premier League side Nottingham Forest earlier this year before opting to stay with the Brazilians to play in the Club World Cup. "I think I made the right choice to stay in Botafogo," Jesus quipped. Paris Saint-Germain picked up where they had left off in Sunday's 4-0 Group B rout of Atletico Madrid, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia testing Botafogo goalkeeper John with an early curling effort after just two minutes. But that early effort was as close as PSG came to scoring in a scrappy first half punctuated by a series of niggling fouls that prevented the European champions from settling into their passing game. Botafogo's midfield trio of Marlon Freitas, Gregore and Allan worked tirelessly to close down Vitinha, denying the skilful PSG playmaker time and space to launch attacks despite dominating possession. Instead it was Botafogo who took the lead with a goal against the run of play on 36 minutes. Jefferson Savarino's perfectly weighted through ball split the PSG defence and sent Jesus racing through on goal. The Botafogo striker did brilliantly to wrongfoot the covering Willian Pacho before sweeping a shot that took a slight deflection past PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma on its way into the net. PSG continued to dominate possession through the second half, and spent long periods camped in the final third. But Botafogo's defence held firm and the result leaves the Brazilians firmly on course for the last 16, with a final group game against Atletico Madrid to come in Pasadena on Monday. - AFP
The 42
6 hours ago
- Sport
- The 42
PSG suffer shock Club World Cup defeat as Atletico bounce back
EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS PARIS Saint-Germain suffered a shock 1-0 Club World Cup defeat to Brazilian side Botafogo on Thursday. Atletico Madrid and Palmeiras also won as the second round of group matches began, but it was Botafogo who stole the headlines. A first-half goal from Igor Jesus proved the difference as last year's Copa Libertadores winners all but sealed a place in the knockout rounds from Group B in front of 53,699 fans at the Pasadena Rose Bowl in California. PSG are one of the favourites for FIFA's 32-team tournament after a dazzling season which culminated with a scintillating 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in the Champions League final. But their hopes of securing a victory which would have seen them become the first side into the last 16 were stymied by a resilient performance from their opponents from Rio de Janeiro. 'A lot of people wondered, but we showed how strong Botafogo is,' goalscorer Jesus said after the win, which kept all of South America's representatives unbeaten at the competition in the United States. 'It was a difficult game and we had to defend well, and we did our job and scored a goal.' Advertisement Botafogo took the lead against the run of play on 36 minutes as Jefferson Savarino's through ball split the PSG defence and released Jesus. He then did brilliantly to wrongfoot the covering Willian Pacho before sweeping a shot that took a slight deflection past goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma on its way into the net. 'We knew it was going to be a very difficult match — they defended very well,' said PSG coach Luis Enrique. 'This Club World Cup is very intense and difficult and all the teams are highly motivated, especially when they're playing against us.' Botafogo's win leaves them firmly on course for the last 16, with a final group game against Atletico to come on Monday. Atletico bounced back from a 4-0 loss to PSG as Diego Simeone's side beat Seattle Sounders 3-1. Pablo Barrios scored twice, including an 11th-minute opener which crashed in off the underside of the crossbar. Belgian Axel Witsel came off the bench at half time and almost immediately made it 2-0, nodding in from close range after a Marcos Llorente shot was tipped onto the woodwork. Albert Rusnak quickly pulled one back for Seattle, only for Barrios to score again for 3-1. Botafogo top Group B with six points, with PSG and Atletico each on three and Seattle facing probable elimination after two defeats. Earlier, Messi scored a trademark free-kick to secure a 2-1 comeback win for Inter Miami against Porto in Atlanta in Group A. Javier Mascherano's Inter Miami have four points from two games, meaning they are level atop the group with Palmeiras. The Brazilians beat Egypt's Al Ahly 2-0 at MetLife Stadium outside New York. A draw between Inter Miami and Palmeiras on Monday will send both teams into the last 16. – © AFP 2025
India Today
6 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
Club World Cup: Vintage Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami's win vs Porto, Botafogo stuns PSG
Lionel Messi rolled back the years as he helped guide Inter Miami to a historic win over FC Porto in the FIFA Club World Cup clash on Friday, June 20. The footballing icon produced yet another magical free-kick to give his side a 2-1 victory over the Portuguese from a goalless draw in their opening fixture against Al Ahly, Inter Miami came out with a point to prove and toppled the Portuguese giants in what was a landmark win. It marked the first time a CONCACAF team had defeated a European side in an official took an early lead after earning a penalty, which Samuel Aghehowa converted. However, Miami's Venezuelan winger, Telasco Segovia, levelled the scores early in the second half, latching onto a cross from Marcelo Weigandt and finishing confidently. But it was Messi who ultimately stole the spotlight, delivering a trademark free-kick from just outside the penalty area to put his team ahead-an advantage they held onto until the final to the media post-match, Messi revealed the team was determined to bounce back from their opening draw and make a statement."It's a great joy. A lot of effort went into it, and we worked very well. I'm very happy. We were left with a bitter taste after the first match. We thought we could have won it," Messi his stunning set-piece, Messi kept his explanation simple, attributing the goal to noticing a gap left by the took advantage of the space left by the goalkeeper, who was standing still and not covering his post. I tried to score there,' he UPSET OF THE SEASON?The reigning UEFA Champions League winners, Paris Saint-Germain, were left stunned after suffering a shock defeat to Brazilian top-flight champions though PSG rotated their squad slightly, the side still featured the likes of Dsir Dou, Gonalo Ramos, and Warren Zare-Emery. Yet the French giants failed to find their rhythm and ultimately paid the Jesus scored the only goal of the match in the 36th minute. A well-timed through ball from Jefferson Savarino split the defence, allowing Jesus to cut past the final defenders and squeeze a shot past the keeper. Though the ball took a deflection, it managed to roll over the held on to their lead for the remainder of the game. PSG had their chances, including a 79th-minute goal that was ruled out for MADRID BACK TO WINNING WAYSAfter being outclassed by PSG in their opener, Atltico Madrid roared back into form. Pablo Barrios scored a brace and Axel Witsel added another in a commanding 3-1 win over MLS side Seattle opened the scoring in the 11th minute, smashing the ball in from the box after being set up by Giovanni who came on at halftime, scored shortly after. A long-range effort from Marcos Llorente struck the crossbar, and the Belgian international was on hand to tap in the conceding a goal to the Sounders, Barrios struck again to put the result beyond doubt and ensure Atltico returned to winning Reel
